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New to all of this? I’m here to help! If you’ve decided to take the plunge and (finally!) get yourself onboard a cruise ship, you might find that the way you book cruises is a little different from other kinds of travel. In this two-part series, I’m going to talk about some of the things…
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New to all of this? I’m here to help! Cruising has a couple of rules that differ considerably from air or hotel travel, and understanding them can help you make the most of your cruise planning experience. Difference #2: Correcting the spelling of names on a cruise booking is no big deal. I think we’ve…
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Can you do work on a cruise? Should you? Because I have a job (well, two really) that lets me work remotely, I often take my work with me on cruises. Cruise ship wifi isn’t perfect, but it’s improved to the point where it’s possible to do most online tasks while you’re on your cruise.…
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Doing the “speakeasy” experience on the Margaritaville at Sea Islander When, like me, you’re a Jimmy Buffett fan, you keep your ears open for opportunities to honor your favorite singer’s legacy. Jimmy died in September 2023, and for many of us, it was a huge loss. If you’re a late-40s Parrothead like me, you might…
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What did I think? Would I do it again? Ok, I’ll be honest: I expected that I’d love my first Margaritaville at Sea cruise. I’m a huge Jimmy Buffett fan, and I also knew that the Islander was a clone of the Carnival Spirit-class ships, which I love. (The Islander was purchased from Carnival’s Costa…
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I have some thoughts on who might enjoy the Margaritaville at Sea Islander! I’m not going to bury the lead here — the Islander is a surprisingly great option for families. There are lots of pool areas, and the plethora of fast-casual food options means you aren’t tied to a traditional dining room. MAS has…
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I’m usually a bargain cruiser — to me, it’s worth the tradeoff to book a cheaper cabin if it means I can cruise more often. I don’t need a lot of perks and frills; in fact, when I originally read MSC’s website about the Yacht Club, I thought it sounded a little too pretentious for…
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And, the burning question: Is it worth it? It’s pretty safe to say that the MSC Yacht Club is a wonderful way to enhance your cruise with some luxury options that help make the experience special. But what does it cost above the usual price of the cruise? In today’s era of rapidly rising cruise…
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I’ve been excited to try the MSC Yacht Club since I sailed on the MSC Seashore (the same ship I’m on now) last summer. I’ve heard countless people saying, “Once you go Yacht Club, you never go back” and I have to say — I get it. It’s not just that the spaces in the…
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Plenty of cruisers are perfectly happy to stay in an inside cabin. Inside cabins are fantastic for sleeping, especially if you like it pitch dark! And inside cabins can be a great way to afford to cruise more frequently since they’re often priced much lower. My late husband and I once took advantage of last…
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